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Linfield University scholarship honors late wine journalist Lisa Shara Hall

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By Michael Alberty, The Oregonian/OregonLive Journalist Lisa Shara Hall advocated tirelessly on behalf of Oregon and Washington wines. She died in March 2019 from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. This fall, Linfield University will honor her legacy with a new wine and journalism scholarship created by her husband, Kirk Hall. … [Read more...] about Linfield University scholarship honors late wine journalist Lisa Shara Hall

Evenstads establish new scholarship at Linfield to increase diversity in wine industry

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Domaine Serene Winery, founded by Grace and Ken Evenstad, is donating $500,000 to Linfield College to increase diversity in the wine industry. The gift will establish an endowed scholarship for underrepresented populations in the college’s wine studies program, allowing more students to receive a top-rated wine education at an affordable cost. … [Read more...] about Evenstads establish new scholarship at Linfield to increase diversity in wine industry

Linfield College becomes test-optional

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Linfield College becomes test-optional; debuts other recruitment initiatives  Linfield College faculty members voted October 15 to adopt a test-optional policy for admission, joining more than 700 U.S. colleges and universities in no longer requiring prospective students to submit ACT or SAT scores. Scores are allowed as part of an admissions application; just not required.   … [Read more...] about Linfield College becomes test-optional